History made as Runyenjes constituent elect first Akorino MP

Eric Muchangi Njiru, a member of Akorino community, who is leading in Runyenjes constituency while voting together with his wife Martha. (Photo: Courtesy)

The Holy Litany God Healing Church, commonly known as Akorino, is celebrating the victory of one of its own in the elections.

Eric Muchangi Njiru, popularly known as “Karemba”, because of his signature white headgear, is well on his way to becoming the first member of the church to be elected to Parliament.

According to provisional results, Mr Muchangi commands a massive lead in the race for Runyenjes constituency MP with 57,007 votes. His main competitor, John Njiru Kathangu trails him with a distant 4,664 votes.